Nothing to write home about

Meaning

Not remarkable or exciting.

Usage

Used to dismiss mediocrity.

Origin & History

Origins and dates here are approximate summaries. Many idioms have disputed or unknown origins, and not every date has been checked against a historical dictionary, so treat specific dates and stories as a starting point rather than a citation.

Letters home from soldiers noted only big news was worth writing about.

Used during wartime correspondence in the early 1900s.